Service disruptions and notices
The service disruptions webpage provides information about construction disruptions and notices on the two main University of Manitoba campuses that could affect an individual’s ability to physically access university services. On campus roadway and building closures, as well as building construction notices, are listed. This information is provided as a service to the community.
Please note that full details are not always available at the outset of a situation. Information and updates are posted as received. All general disruption posts are sorted by timeframe. Urgent notices, such as power outages or snowfall information, are posted at the top.
On this page:
Urgent impact notice
Notices, such as power outages, snowfall information, or large traffic redirections for events like the Manitoba Marathon, are listed here.
Fort Garry campus
Service Disruption – Road, Walkway, and Parking Lot Repairs June 11 – September 4
Location: University-wide
Timeframe: June 11 – September 4
Category: Road Construction
Overview:
Please be advised that university-wide road, walkway, and parking lot repairs have started.
Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required.
Flag people will be on site to help direct traffic as needed.
Public action
Caution should be taken at all times.
Traffic will be maintained at all times, however minor delays may be experienced during peak times, so please plan accordingly.
Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
Contact: Questions/concerns, please contact Vanessa Jukes Strutt, vanessa.jukes@umanitoba.ca, 204-996-5489.
Urgent:Dysart Road Reduced to One Lane closure- June 4 until further notice
Location: Dysart Road at Sidney Smith Street
Timeframe: June 4, 2026 - until further notice
Category: Urgent Impact
Overview:
Please be advised that Dysart Road is reduced to one lane eastbound at Sidney Smith Street due to a water main break.
Access to Parking Lot Q, Sidney Smith Street, St. Andrew’s College, St. Paul’s College, and Campus Children’s Centre remains open.
Sifton Road remains open for exiting the campus.
Barricades and signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required.
Public action
Caution should be taken at all times. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
Bannatyne campus
Chown - Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification - August 24 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Location: Chown rooms A207A & A207B.
Time frame: Monday, August 24, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Location: Chown rooms A207A & A207B.
Time frame: Monday, August 24, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Chown - Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification - August 25 - 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Chown A207A, A207B & A206.
Time frame: Tuesday August 25 – 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Chown A207A, A207B & A206
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Joe Doupe Recreation Centre - Concourse - Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification - August 25 - 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Location: Joe Doupe Recreation Centre Concourse.
Time frame: Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Apotex - Smudging and Pipe Ceremony - August 26 - 9:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.
Smudging and Pipe Ceremony Notification
Location: Apotex 301, 303, 307
Time frame: Wednesday August 26 – 9:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Joe Doupe Recreation Centre - Concourse - Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification - August 26 & 27- 9 :00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Smudging and Pipe Ceremony Notification
Location: Joe Doupe Recreation Centre Concourse.
Time frame: Wednesday, August 26 to Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Chown - Smudging and Pipe Ceremony - August 31 - 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Chown A106
Time frame: Monday, August 31- 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
John Buhler Atrium & Joe Doupe Recreation Centre Concourse. - Smudging and Pipe Ceremony - September 4 – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: John Buhler Atrium & Joe Doupe Recreation Centre Concourse.
Time frame: Friday, September 4 – 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Category: Smudging and Pipe Ceremony notification
Overview:
A smudging ceremony is an Indigenous tradition which involves the burning of plant medicines including sweetgrass, sage and/or cedar. This may produce a distinct aroma, but the smoke associated with it is minimal and lasts a very short time.
Under the Province of Manitoba’s “The Non-Smokers Health Protection Act” smudging is permitted. The University of Manitoba recognizes that smudging is a part of the Indigenous traditional way of life and is therefore permitted on campus. For more information, please visit; the smudging on campus website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chris Green, 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Road, parking lot and sidewalk closures
Road, lane, parking lot and sidewalk closures, including parking stall closures. Maybe full closure or partial closure.
Fort Garry campus
Dysart Road - Lane Closure – August 21 - 7 a.m. to 12 noon
Service Disruption – Dysart Road Lane Closure – August 21
Location: Dysart Road, inside lane at Machray Hall
Timeframe: Friday, August 21, 7am – noon
Category: Lane Closure
Overview:
Please be advised that the inside lane of Dysart Road near Machray Hall (see attached) will be closed to allow for the presence of a lift, on Friday, August 21, 7am – noon.
Flaggers will be present to assist traffic, and signage and barricades will be in place.
The road will remain open, although there may be short delays to allow traffic to move in either direction.
Emergency vehicles will be accommodated at all times.
Please allow extra time for travel through the area.
Contact: Questions/concerns, please contact Anne Cholakis at anne.cholakis@umanitoba.ca, 431-278-8574.
Univeristy Crescent (City of Winnipeg construction) August 4 for four weeks
Location: We are completing construction of the bike path and sidewalk on the east side of University Crescent from Dysart Road to Thatcher Drive in August 2026.
Construction Re-Commencement: August 4, 2026
Duration: Approximately 4 weeks, weather permitting
Type: Lane and Sidewalk Closures
- One northbound lane will be open for traffic at all times
- Two southbound lanes will be open for traffic except during landscaping, when one lane may be closed
- All northbound and southbound lanes will be open for Winnipeg Blue Bomber games
- There will be no on-street parking
- The west sidewalk and bike path will remain open during construction
- Transit service will be maintained with temporary bus stop relocations when required
Contact: Should you have any questions about the project, you can reach me at 204-792-6742 or ryan.cunningham1@aecom.com
UPDATED Pembina Highway over Abinojii Mikanah rehabilitation project. (City of Winnipeg Construction) Wednesday, August 19 – October 2026
August 2026: Construction is ongoing, with changes to ramp access.
- Starting Friday, August 14, the ramp from northbound Pembina Highway to eastbound Abinojii Mikanah will be open to traffic.
Starting Wednesday, August 19, the right turn lane of the ramp from westbound Abinojii Mikanah to northbound Pembina Highway will be closed to trucks for approximately two weeks. Other traffic will remain able to turn.
For more information on pedestrian and cyclist route recommendations, Transit service, and ramp closures, please visit winnipeg.ca/pembinaoverabinojii.
If you have any questions or needs regarding accessibility, deliveries, or planned special events, please contact Noëlle Vialoux at noelle.vialoux@stantec.com.
Kings Drive (City of Winnipeg Construction) - June 8 to September 18
Location: Kings Drive from Kilkenny Drive to Freedman Crescent
Timeframe: Monday, June 8 to September 18
Category: Road Construction
Overview:
Please be advised that the City of Winnipeg will commence road construction on Kings Drive starting on or around Monday, June 8.
Work includes street and sidewalk renewal, including new pathway construction at the entrance to the University of Manitoba.
During construction, Kings Drive will be converted to a one-way street with traffic permitted to travel in one direction only, depending on the construction Stage.
There will be no on-street parking, and access to private approaches will be limited at times.
Transit will be rerouted as necessary.
Sidewalks may be closed on one side of the street at a time.
Public action:
Caution should be taken at all times.
Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
Contact: Questions/concerns, please contact Dylan Mourant, (204) 894-0592 or dylan.mourant@stantec.com
Sidewalk along east side of St John’s College residence - Ongoing until further notice
Location: Sidewalk along the east side of St. John’s College Residence
Timeframe: Monday, March 23 – ongoing to project completion
Sidewalk
Category: Sidewalk Closure
Overview:
- Please be advised that the sidewalk on the east side of St John’s College Residence will remain closed for the duration of the project to allow for construction activity (see map).
- Access to the Wallace Building and Parking Lots Q/K is available through the greenspace between St. John’s College and St. Paul’s College or via the Wallace tunnel, which can be accessed indoors through the Allen Building and Parker Building.
- Access to St John’s College and St. John’s College Residence will not be affected.
Action for area travellers:
- Please plan accordingly and allow additional time for the detour.
- Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct cyclists and pedestrians as required.
- Caution should be taken at all times during construction. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
Parking Lot A at Sifton - Road Closure - Prairie Biologics Building Site - Until further notice
Posted: Jan 21, 2026
Location(s): Parking Lot A at Sifton Rd.
Timeframe (Est): Until further notice
Category: Road and Parking Lot Closure
Overview:
- Construction of the Prairie Biologics Accelerator Building has started in Parking Lot A. To facilitate construction, remaining sections of Parking Lot A and a portion of Sifton Rd. will be closed starting on or after Monday, January 26 (see map) and continuing for the duration of the project (approx. 2+ years).
- Building access and access to loading docks will be maintained to all surrounding buildings. Emergency vehicle access will be maintained throughout construction.
- Accessible parking will be available within the surrounding area. Pedestrian access will be maintained with some detours in place.
- Please plan accordingly. Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required.
- Caution should be taken at all times during construction. Flag people will be on site to help direct traffic as needed. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Kim Dandewich or (431) 323-5171.
Lot ACE and Contractor Parking - Parking Lot Closure - Ongoing until Sept 2027
Timeframe (Est): Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – September 2027
Category: Parking Lot Closure
Overview:
- Please be advised that Parking Lot ACE will be fully closed from September 2, 2025, to September 2027.
- The Contractor Parking lot will be partially closed for the same period.
Contact: Questions/concerns: please contact Donna Sharpe at (204) 914-2872.
Bannatyne campus
McDermot Road -Road Closure - McDermot Rd Closure -6 a.m. on August 22 until 9 p.m. on August 23
Service Disruption: McDermot Rd Closure
Time Frame: Saturday, Aug 22 at 6am until 9pm on Sunday Aug 23rd
Category: Road Closure
Overview:
From 6am on Saturday, August 22 until 9pm on Sunday, August 23, a portion of McDermot Rd, between Tecumseh & Emily Street (see map) will be closed to allow contractors to replace parts on their crane as part of the UM Bannatyne New Building project.
Contact: Questions or concerns can be directed to the UM Project Manager, Mark Ager, at mark.ager@umanitoba.ca, 204-228-2639.
Bannatyne Parkade – Annual Repairs - August 14 to September 15
Location: Bannatyne Parkade, 95 Tecumseh Street
Timeframe: August 14th – September 15th, 2026
Category: Parking
Overview: Parkade Access Restrictions
- Level 300: Partial access restricted to approximately ½ of level 300 from August 17-21 and will be reopened in part, with access restricted to approximately ¼ of level 300 from August 24-28 for the 300-level membrane installs.
- Levels 100, 200 and 300 Ramps: Access will be restricted to one (1) ramp during membrane removal on August 20-28; caution tape and cones will be in place to direct traffic accordingly to the second open/available vehicle ramp for continued parking access on levels 200 & 300.
- Level 200: One (1) Parking Stall [ID 076] will be closed for the scheduled drain & rainwater leader repair from August 24-28
- Level 100: Four(4) Parking Stalls [ID 087, 086, 085 & 084] will be closed for column swale repairs & installation from August 24-28
- Level 200 & 300 Shutdown: For new membrane installs on level 100, 200 & 300 ramps, after-hours work is slated to start Friday evening, August 28, and continue Saturday, August 29 & Sunday. August 30. Parking will be limited to level 100 only during this weekend vehicle ramp shutdown period. Note: This work schedule is weather-dependent and subject to change.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to the UM Project Manager, Oksana Schelesnak (431-335-1271 or Oksana.Schelesnak@umanitoba.ca)
Building closures
Campus building or tunnels, which will be fully closed or partially closed to students, staff, faculty, and the general public.
If you work in a building that is currently inaccessible, please refer to the internal Service disruptions and emergencies information on the UM Intranet for guidance on what to do during workplace disruptions.
Fort Garry campus
UPDATED: UMSU University Centre - Partial Building Closure - Main power shutdown, Saturday, September 12 - 6 am to 6 pm
Location: UMSU University Centre
Category: Building Access
Date: September 12, 2026
Time: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Overview:
- On Sunday, September 12, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., power and ventilation will be off in some areas of the building.
- Levels 100 & 200 of the building will remain open to the public, but access to Level 300 and above will be closed.
- Power will also be out in rooms 207A (understairs to 3rd floor), 215, and 217 (GSA Lounge); otherwise, the second floor will have power.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this shutdown, please contact UM Project Manager Muriel Torchia Shyjak at 431-336-3797 or muriel.torchiashyjak@umanitoba.ca
Joyce Fromson Pool, Frank Kennedy Centre - Closed - scheduled early 2027 re-opening
We anticipate reopening the Joyce Fromson Pool in early 2027. While timelines remain subject to the completion of the project, pool-related programming will not be offered in fall 2026.
UM remains committed to offering high-quality swim programming and will continue to update the community as more information becomes available about reopening the Joyce Fromson Pool.
Machray Hall - full building renovations-Ongoing until further notice
Posted: September 16, 2024
Location(s): Elevator – Main Elevator #1
Timeframe (Est): September 20, 2024 – Until building construction is done
Category: Building and Elevator Shutdown
Overview: Starting September 20, 2024, the main elevator at Machray Hall will be out of service during building construction. Elevators at Parker and Armes will still be available at the tunnel level as usual. Machray Hall building is closed for interior construction and renovation.
Contact: Question or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Anne Cholakis at 431-278-8574.
Bannatyne campus
Brodie Centre/John Buhler Research Centre - Generator Testing & Inspection - August 20, 7 to 9 a.m.
Building: Brodie Centre/John Buhler Research Centre
Location(s): Entire Building
Timeframe: Thursday, August 20, 2026 - 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Category: Generator Testing & Inspection
Overview:
- Please be advised that, due to a troubled electrical fault on the Brodie /JBRC emergency generator, the emergency generator will be load tested and inspected Thursday, August 20, 2026, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
- Building occupants may notice a small power outage when normal power is transferred to the emergency power and a second outage when the power is transferred back from emergency power to normal power.
- The outages will last under 30 seconds and will only affect emergency power loads.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green at 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Dentistry - Monthly Generator Testing & Inspection - August 21, 7 to 9 a.m.
Building: Dentistry
Location(s): Entire Building
Timeframe: Friday, August 21, 2026 - 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Category: Monthly Generator Testing & Inspection
Overview:
- Please be advised that the emergency generator will be load tested and inspected on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. to meet Manitoba Code requirements.
- Building occupants will not be affected unless there is a real power outage during the load test portion of the inspection.
- If this occurs and you do not have sufficient natural light for egress, please do not exit the building until the emergency lighting system is restored.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green at 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Basic Medical Science Building- Monthly Generator Testing & Inspection - August 24, 7 to 9 a.m.
Building: Basic Medical Science Building
Location(s): Entire Building
Timeframe: Monday, August 24, 2026 - 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Category: Monthly Generator Testing & Inspection
Overview:
- Please be advised that the emergency generator will be load tested and inspected on Monday, August 24, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. to meet Manitoba Code requirements.
- Building occupants will not be affected unless there is a real power outage during the load test portion of the inspection.
- If this occurs and you do not have sufficient natural light for egress, please do not exit the building until the emergency lighting system is restored.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green at 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Apotex - Monthly Generator Testing & Inspection - August 25, 7 to 9 a.m.
Building: APOTEX
Location(s): Entire Building
Timeframe: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2026 - 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Category: Monthly Generator Testing & Inspection
- Overview: Please be advised that the emergency generator will be load tested and inspected on Tuesday, Aug 25, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.to meet Manitoba Code requirements.
- Building occupants will not be affected unless there is a real power outage during the load test portion of the inspection.
- If this occurs and you do not have sufficient natural light for egress, please do not exit the building until the emergency lighting system is restored.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green at 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Apotex - Fire Alarm Testing - August 26, 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Building: Apotex
Location(s): Building-wide Fire Alarm/Bell Strobe Testing
Timeframe (est.): Wednesday, August 26, 2026 - 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
Category: Fire Alarm Testing
Overview:
- Scheduled fire alarm bell/strobe testing is taking place on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.
- During the fire alarm test, fire bells/horns will be pulsed for 5 seconds repetitively.
- It is important to note that, if a true fire alarm happens to coincide with fire alarm testing, fire bells/horns will stop pulsing and will ring continuously, thereby indicating that you must exit the building and follow established evacuation procedures.
- Once again, pulsating fire alarm bells/horns indicate legislated fire alarm testing by Physical Plant and do not require evacuation.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green at 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Basic Medical Science Building - Fire Alarm Testing - August 27, 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Building: Basic Medical Science Building
Location(s): Building-wide Fire Alarm/Bell Strobe Testing
Timeframe (est.): Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Category: Fire Alarm Testing
Overview:
- Scheduled fire alarm bell/strobe testing is taking place this Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- During the fire alarm test, fire bells/horns will be pulsed for 5 seconds repetitively.
- It is important to note, that if a true fire alarm happens to coincide with fire alarm testing, fire bells/horns will stop pulsing and will ring continuously, thereby indicating that you must exit the building and follow established evacuation procedures.
- Once again, pulsating fire alarm bells/horns indicate legislated fire alarm testing by Physical Plant and do not require evacuation.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green – 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Brodie Centre/John Buhler Research Centre - Fire Alarm Testing - August 28, 6 to 7 a.m.
Building: Brodie/John Buhler Research Centre
Location(s): Building-wide Fire Alarm/Bell Strobe Testing
Timeframe (est.): Friday, August 28, 2026 - 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Category: Fire Alarm Testing
Overview:
- Scheduled fire alarm bell/strobe testing is taking place on Friday, August 28, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m.
- During the fire alarm test, fire bells/horns will be pulsed for 5 seconds repetitively.
- It is important to note, that if a true fire alarm happens to coincide with fire alarm testing, fire bells/horns will stop pulsing and will ring continuously, thereby indicating that you must exit the building and follow established evacuation procedures.
- Once again, pulsating fire alarm bells/horns indicate legislated fire alarm testing by Physical Plant and do not require evacuation.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Chris Green – 204-272-3078 – Chris.Green@umanitoba.ca.
Construction notices
Internal and external construction which limits access to part of the building. Find in this section system testing, such as fire alarms or security systems.
Fort Garry campus
Investor’s Group Athletic Centre - Gym closure - August 24 to September 4
Date: Monday, August 24- Friday, Sep 4, 2026
Timeframe: continuous
Category: construction notice
Overview:
Please be advised that, as part of the gym flooring replacement in the Investor’s Group Athletic Centre (IGAC), contractors will be finishing the floor on Level 100 from 8:00 a.m. on Monday, August 24, until 4 p.m. on Friday, September 4.
The flooring product being applied emits a strong odour during application and curing. Because the buildings are connected, the odour may extend beyond the gym and into other areas or buildings.
Contractors will take all reasonable measures to minimize the impact, including using hoarding and additional ventilation.
Please note that the IGAC building will remain open throughout this period.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to UM Project Manager, Wayne Nahnybida, 431-275-4497 wayne.nahnybida@umanitoba.ca
We appreciate your understanding and patience while this work is completed.
Plant Science Building - Elevator Out of Service for Repairs - August 25, and August 26
Building(s): Plant Science Building
Location(s): Elevator
Timeframe (Est): Tuesday, August 25, 2026, and Wednesday,
August 26, 2026
Category: Out of Service for Repairs
Overview:
- Please be advised that the Plant Science Building elevator will be shut down on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, and Wednesday, August 26, 2026, for scheduled maintenance and repairs.
- During this time, elevator service in the Plant Science Building will be unavailable.
- People who need accessible access to the building and its upper levels may use the Agriculture Building elevator, which provides access to all levels of the Plant Science Building.
- Please note that construction-related noise will occur during the shutdown period.
- We are coordinating closely with the elevator maintenance contractor to ensure the work is completed safely while minimizing disruption to building users.
- We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and cooperation during this maintenance period.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to Kelly.Thomas@umanitoba.ca – 204-770-379
55 Chancellors Circle - Site trailer storage - June 8 until further notice
Location: 55 Chancellors Circle – behind building – Z Lot
Timeframe: Monday June 8 – Prairie Biologics Accelerator project completion (2028)
Category: Construction Notice
Overview:
Please be advised that fencing will be erected in Z Lot, behind 55 Chancellors Circle, for contractor use.
Accessible parking will continue to be available in the area
Please use caution in the area and follow directions of signage.
Fencing will remain until the completion of the Prairie Biologics Accelerator Building in 2028.
Contact: Questions/concerns, please contact Kim Dandewich, kim.dandewich@umanitoba.ca, 431-323-5171.
Architecture 2 South entrance closure - May 1st to August 28, 2026
Building: Architecture 2
Location: South Entrance and Sidewalk
Timeframe: Friday May 1st – August 28th, 2026
Category: Sidewalk and Building Entrance Closure
Overview:
- Please be advised that the sidewalk between Architecture 2 and 65 Dafoe will be partially closed and the South entrance to Architecture 2 will be closed while a new entrance ramp is constructed.
- There will be no pedestrian access to the south building entrance during this time.
- Please use the East and West entrances to gain access to Architecture 2 Building. Signage and barricades will be in place.
Questions/concerns, please contact Bobbi Maclennan Bobbi.Maclennan@umanitoba.ca (431)334-7377
St. John college - Robert B Schultz Lecture Building - bathrooms closed - August 10 to 24
Building: Robert B. Schultz Lecture Theatre Building in St. John's College
Maintenance is tentatively scheduled as follows:
- Washrooms #162 and #165 will be out of service from
August 10 to August 24, 2026.
- Washrooms #162 and #165 will be out of service from
- During this period, the following alternative washrooms within the St. John’s College Building will be available:
- On Level 100: washrooms #106, #109, #122, and #12
Contact: If there are any question or concerns, please contact Iex Wui Quach, Manager, Minor Project Services, at Iex.Quach@umanitoba.ca or reach out to the Customer Service Desk at ppwod@umanitoba.ca.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Architecture 2 North side of building access- Ongoing until further notice
- Posted: July 8, 2025
- Location(s): North side of building
- Timeframe (Est): Starting July 14, 2025, for the duration of the project
- Category: Access Shutdown
- Overview: Mechanical Contractor will proceed with the replacement of sanitary and storm sewer piping in the crawlspace of the Architecture II building, starting Monday, July 14, 2025. Access to the work area will be provided by exposing a portion of the existing foundation along the recessed courtyard at the north side of the building (Excavation Area 1). The adjacent area on the east side will also be excavated as required to connect the new lines to existing concrete pipes outside the building.
- Questions/ concerns: regarding this shutdown can be directed to Alex Sopilnyak at (204) 797-5644.
Architecture 2 washrooms closure: Summer/Fall 2026
- Posted: Feb 22, 2024
- Updated: April 6, 2026
- Location(s): Washrooms 113 and 114
- Timeframe (Est): Feb 15th, 2024, until further notice
- Category: Washroom closure
- Overview: The washrooms in rooms 113 and 114 of the Architecture 2 building are temporarily closed due to a breach in the crawl space drain line.
- The piping in the crawl space is being replaced by the contractor.
- We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that we are working diligently to resolve the situation as quickly as possible.
- We anticipate that substantial completion for this project will be achieved by the end of Summer 2026. Level 100 washrooms should be operational by early Fall 2026.
- In the meantime, we will post signs to direct you to the nearest available bathrooms in the building. Your understanding and cooperation during this time are greatly appreciated.
- Questions or concerns: regarding this shutdown can be directed to Bert Requeima or (204) 789-3822.
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Basic Medical Science Building - Noisy Work - August 17 to August 24 5 p.m. to midnight
Building: Basic Medical Sciences Building
Location(s): L200 (interstitial space above the rooms listed below).
Timeframe (est.): August 17 to August 24, 5pm – midnight
Category: Noisy Work
Overview:
Please be advised as part of the theatre upgrade project the contractor will be working in the interstitial space above the rooms shown below.
The work includes drilling and will be noisy at times .
Work will not begin until after 5pm daily.
Concerns about this noisy work should be brought to the attention of the project manager below.
Contact: Questions or concerns regarding this disruption can be directed to UM Project Manager Christiane Pham, Christiane.pham@umanitoba.ca, 204-807-2457.
805 McDermot Avenue (former T-Block Building): construction laydown space Until Dec 2026
Posted: September 11, 2024
Location(s): Greenspace (Former T-Block Bldg) between Med Rehab, Medical Services & Chown
Timeframe: Thursday, September 19, 2024 to December 2026
Category: Construction Laydown in Greenspace
- Overview: Please be advised of the greenspace (former T-Block Building) will be turned over to the General Contractor as a construction laydown space starting Thursday, September 19, 2024 to December 2026.
- There will be four accessible parking spaces maintained on the east side of Med Rehab, see attached plan highlighted in teal.
Question or concerns: regarding this disruption can be directed to Mark Ager at 204-228-4664.
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